1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 179 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 106 | Visa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |